Senior Systems Engineer – Boeing Platforms (Hybrid)

Date Posted:

2026-08-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-WA-BOTHELL-3350 ~ 3350 Monte Villa Pkwy ~ CREEKVIEW BLDG, Ste 210

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Boeing Platforms engineering department is seeking a highly capable Senior Systems Engineer to develop avionics flight display systems for air transport platforms. Our teams deliver advanced, safety critical systems that improve flight efficiency, enhance situational awareness, and enable connected aircraft operations worldwide.

This role is ideal for a systems engineer with firm understanding pilot centric technologies and avionics. The engineer is responsible for technical ownership across the full system development lifecycle - from architecture and requirements through integration, verification, and certification.

What You Will Do:

• Develop and decompose system level requirements into subsystem requirements for flight display products.
• Support system and subsystem architecture definition, interface control development, and technical trades across the Boeing Platforms Department product lines.
• Collaborate closely with hardware, software, FPGA, systems integration, safety and project engineering teams.
• Contribute to integration of display system hardware, software, and subsystem elements in system labs.
• Support verification planning, test development, and execution to meet ARP4754 objectives and Collins engineering standards.
• Participate in design reviews, risk/issue discussions, and IPT technical coordination.
• Prepare and communicate clear technical documentation and engineering artifacts.
• Drive continuous improvement in systems engineering practices aligned to Collins CORE and The Boeing Platforms Department development processes.
• 5-10% travel as needed.

 Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
• 5 years of experience developing Systems or subsystem components (hardware, software, requirements, integration, and verification).
• 1 year of experience in a customer-facing role.
• Experience with FAA/EASA certification processes and industry standards such as ARP4754A, DO254, DO-160, DO180, or similar.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with Collins flight displays or Boeing Platforms architectures.
• Background in system integration labs, hardware–software interface definition, or aircraft connectivity systems.
• Experience with requirements management tools (DOORS, Jama).
• Strong analytical skills and demonstrated ability to lead system-level tasks or navigate complex technical issues.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across functional teams in a fast paced, highly regulated domain.
• Experience with RLPM or Collins Development Processes.

What We Offer:

Benefits: 

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:    

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance   

• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees   

• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option   

• Tuition reimbursement program  

• Student Loan Repayment Program   

• Life insurance and disability coverage   

• Option